Question
My son is 4 years old. Initially, he felt a sore throat when speaking, and I noticed his voice was a bit hoarse. At the same time, he’s been a bit feverish. How should I treat a sore throat and fever in children?
Answer
To treat pediatric tonsillitis, parents can first give the child some anti-inflammatory medication. They can also use local rinses or sprays, or inject symptomatic medications into the tonsils, which are all effective treatments. If the child’s throat is particularly painful, some painkillers can be administered as needed. Some children may also have a fever, in which case they can be given oral fever-reducing medication. If the symptoms cannot be relieved, it is essential to seek medical attention. Tonsillitis has the characteristic of recurrent attacks. If similar conditions exist, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. At the same time, it is also important to arrange a reasonable diet and sleep habits for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.